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write a note on 200 m ceremony of Mexico Olympics 1986

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The Mexico Olympics 1986 was know for the famous silent protest by Tommie Smith and John Carlos who held their black-gloved fists when the American Anthem was playing. They did so to protest against the discrimination of blacks.

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